Reggie always thought Doug’s mistreatment was just his way of playing. He throws the ball, drives away and Reggie brings it all the way back home. That, of course is not the case and when he finally realizes this, it’s time to get even, with the help of some new friends. But what is more important than getting even is will these four strays find their forever home.
Strays is your typical Will Farrell and Jamie Fox movie. It’s loaded with very adult humor that may not be completely appropriate for the young at heart. That being said though, if you look past the very strong langauge, the film does have a pretty important message, showed in all for of the strays. That message is clear, one of what happens to a dog that is mistreated in one way or another.
The film also stars a long list of well know actors, including Farrell who plays Reggie, Fox as his stray sidekick, Bug, Maggie, (Isla Fisher), the australian shepherd, fighting being replaced by a puppy and Hunter (Randall Park), the service dog for a senior home. All for provide that sense of stray camaraderie that makes the story intriguing to watch as they seek revenge on Reggie’s former owner, Doug (Will Forte).
That being said, Strays is a fun movie, if one can look past the crude language. It’s not recommended for anyone sensitive, but if one can get past that fact, it’s a fun movie that in will have you laughing and at times even getting emotional thinking about the serious nature of animal cruelty. There are also some very common references that any dog owner knows dogs are affected by, including jokes about fireworks and the dreaded post officer.
Strays came out in theaters August 19 and is currently playing in one near you.